Dental Implants – Wappingers Falls

Dental Implants

At Wappingers Falls Dental Arts, we can help you regain your smile and confidence with our dental implant solutions.

Our expert team can provide you with a durable and natural-looking replacement that will improve your oral health and quality of life.

Let us assist you in finding the dental implant option that best suits your needs.
Peter BlairPeter Blair
17:28 21 Apr 23
Been a patient for about 2 years now and never disappointed. Honest work and awesome customer service. They squeezed me in for a filling right after discovering I had a little cavity. I can confidently recommend their practice.
Michael MiliciMichael Milici
18:39 18 Apr 23
This my second visit with Donna. Both times my visit was fast efficient and painless. I’m always surprised when it’s over because she works so fast. Plus Donna is a very friendly, down to earth person, which makes it enjoyable to be her patient
Christina HobsonChristina Hobson
16:52 14 Apr 23
Karen is an amazing, caring and professional hygienist. She is thorough and always on time which means a lot to me because my time is valuable to me.The staff is pleasant and courteous always able to help with scheduling and insurance issues.*Follow up *I was able to get a timely appointment with the periodontist at Wappingers Falls Dental Arts. Dr Hedayati answered all my questions in a way that I could understand. He is honest and pleasant. He took the time to educate me on my condition and how to care for my gums.
Arlene ColeArlene Cole
20:40 11 Apr 23
Dr. James is my hero. He has helped me with so many dental issues over the past few years. I finally have a nice smile because of him. He is gentle and patient. I highly recommend Dr. James for all your dental needs.
JJ
18:51 04 Aug 22
Amazing dental office. Karen did such a great job with the cleaning and with explaining my dental care. Love that they send the documents to fill out ahead of time by message to do online.
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Dental Implants: The Artificial Tooth Root Replacement

If you’re missing one or more teeth, dental implants may be the solution you’re looking for. A dental implant is an artificial tooth root that is used in prosthetic dentistry to support restorations that resemble a tooth or a group of teeth. In this article, we’ll discuss what dental implants are and how they work.

Types of Dental Implants

There are several types of dental implants available in the market, but the most successful and widely accepted is the osseointegrated implant. This type of implant is based on the discovery by Swedish Professor Per-Ingvar Brånemark that titanium can be successfully fused into bone when osteoblasts grow on and into the rough surface of the implanted titanium. Other types of implants include implant-supported bridges or implant-supported dentures.

The Implant Procedure

The implant procedure is typically performed as an outpatient surgery under general anesthesia or local anesthesia by trained and certified clinicians, including general dentists, oral surgeons, and periodontists. The most common treatment plan calls for several surgeries over a period of months, especially if bone augmentation is needed to support implant placements. However, some patients can be implanted and restored in a single surgery, in a procedure labeled “immediate function” and “teeth in an hour.”

The Implant Itself

A typical implant consists of a titanium screw with a roughened surface that resembles a tooth root. This surface is treated either by plasma spraying, etching, or sandblasting to increase the integration potential of the implant. An osteotomy or precision hole is carefully drilled into the jawbone, and the implant is installed in the osteotomy.

The Implant Healing Process

Healing and integration of the implant(s) with the jawbone occurs over several months in a process called osseointegration. At the appropriate time, the restorative or cosmetic dentist or prosthodontist uses the implant(s) to anchor crowns or a prosthetic restoration containing several “teeth”. Since the implants supporting the restoration are integrated, the patient is immediately able to chew normally.

What to Expect During the Implant Procedure

During the actual surgery, any teeth, if required, are removed, implants are placed in the jaw bone, and your temporary, non-removable full-set of teeth are attached. This full set of teeth is called the provisional, which is designed to be a template for the final restoration and allows you to leave the office with new, functioning teeth the day of surgery. After the healing and maturing phase, the final prosthesis (set of teeth) is permanently attached, and the doctor will give a final evaluation of your bite and aesthetics.

Who is a Candidate for Dental Implants?

If you’re missing one or more teeth and would like to explore dental implants, make an appointment to see us. We will assess your suitability and whether you have sufficient bone mass. If not, we will perform a bone graft. Call our office today. Dental implants can provide a long-lasting, natural-looking solution for missing teeth, so don’t wait to explore your options.


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